街区 (jiē ōu) — (noun) city block; neighborhood district
Definition
A neighborhood-scale area defined by a few streets — larger than a single 街道 block, smaller than a 社区. Often used for distinctive districts known for their shops, food, or character.
noun
city blockneighborhood district
Measure word · 个
Examples
- 街区，。Zhè ge jiē ōu hěn ān jìng, yǒu hěn duō lǎo fáng zi.This block is very quiet, with many old houses.
- 街区。Tā men zhù zài shì zhōng xīn de yí gè fán huá jiē ōu lǐ.They live in a bustling block in the city center.
- 街区。Zhè ge jiē ōu de cān tīng hé shāng diàn dōu hěn yǒu tè sè.The restaurants and shops in this block are very distinctive.
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